Ascent Blog: Blog

What to Do When Your Student Loans Unpause: Tips & Resources from The College Investor
Mar 16, 2022 | By: Erica Arvanitis
Categories: Blog, For Students, For College Students
We chatted with Robert Farrington from The College Investor about this student loan unpause and how to stay proactive.  Read More
Tips on Managing Your Mental Health During Finals Week
Dec 10, 2021 | By: Jennifer Ly - SDSU Marketing Operations Intern
Categories: Blog, For Students, For College Students
Mental health is already hard to manage. Navigating mental health during finals week is even more difficult. Let’s figure it… Read More
3 Ways to Address Student Loan Debt Fatigue
Dec 21, 2021 | By: Ascent
Categories: Blog, For Students
Feeling emotionally drained, weary, or burnt out when it comes to your student loans? Do you see no end in… Read More
Which Community College Programs & Certifications Are Right For Me?
Jan 17, 2022 | By: Jennifer Ly - SDSU Marketing Operations Intern
Categories: For Students, For College Students, For High School Students, For Bootcamps
Students across the nation are completing community college programs and certifications for many reasons! Read about what's available for you. Read More
Dual Enrollment: How it Works in High School & College
Jan 17, 2022 | By: Jennifer Ly - SDSU Marketing Operations Intern
Categories: Blog, For Students, For High School Students
Attend two schools at once with dual enrollment in college! Community college makes it possible, whether you're in high school… Read More
How I Graduated Early: 4 Tips to Stay on Track
Jan 17, 2022 | By: Sara Amirdelfan - Digital Marketing Intern
Categories: Blog, For Students, For College Students, For High School Students
If you’ve also thought about graduating early or plan to because you’ve met all the requirements, here are some tips… Read More
5 Ways to Overcome Fear of Student Loan Debt
May 03, 2022 | By: Ascent
Categories: Blog, For Students
The topic of student loans can be scary and cause a lot of anxiety for students. Ascent Funding covers five… Read More
More than Just a Student Loan: What to Look for When Choosing a Private Student Loan
May 03, 2022 | By: Ascent
Categories: Blog, For Students, For Cosigners, For High School Students
When it comes to choosing a private student loan lender, who you work with makes a big difference. Learn more… Read More
5 Pieces of Advice for First-Generation College Students
Jan 17, 2022 | By: Ausleen Acosta - Digital Marketing & Social Media Specialist
Categories: For Students, For College Students, For High School Students
Transitioning into college is stressful, and it may feel more difficult as a first-generation college student. Read our advice for… Read More
Gift Giving Guide For Students on a Budget
Nov 15, 2021 | By: Olivia Wolf - Social Media Intern
Categories: For Students, For College Students
Buying gifts can feel stressful on a college budget, but it doesn’t have to. Here are creative gift-giving ideas that… Read More